Joseph Kakos
Old Lyme,CT
Summary
I have been a firefighter for 6 years
I grew up working on equipment and cars
Have done lots of residential plumbing
Been doing pipe fitting in the union for 2 years
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipe Fitter
General Dynamics
Groton , CT
11.2021 - Current
- To know and understand blueprints
- Work with tools of all kinds
- Work with others
- Install pipe and piping hangers
- Use air tools
- Pipe grinding, beveling,cutting,blue lining
- Measured and marked pipes for cutting and threading.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
- Use hand tools such as saws, drills, wrenches, threaders, to perform tasks related to the job at hand.
- Locate blockages in lines using video cameras or other diagnostic equipment.
- Used valve keys and wrenches to turn valves and shut off water from pipe sections.
- Assembled and disassembled boilers, tanks, vats, pressure vessels, exchangers and heaters according to blueprint specifications.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Install, maintain, and repair pipes used in heating, cooling, lubricating, sprinkler systems, manufacturing processes, and waste disposal.
- Inspected work sites for holes and damage.
- Drilled and tapped holes for installation of studs.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
- Provide technical advice regarding design specifications of piping systems.
- Identifying signs of potential problems with boilers and pressure vessels, such as tube leakage, scaling, pitting, metals discoloration and refractory failures.
- Inspected worksites to determine presence of obstructions, unsafe conditions and crew errors.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment such as checking fluid levels or replacing gaskets when necessary.
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine the type of pipe and tools needed for each job.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
Residential Plumber
Gregg Landry plumbing and heating
Old Lyme , CTct
01.2018 - 11.2020
- Cut diverse pipe sizes and lengths to prepare for installation.
- Performed maintenance on existing plumbing systems including cleaning traps and drains.
- Assisted with troubleshooting and used alternative methods in emergency situations.
- Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
- Inspected installed systems using hydrostatic testing or pressure gauges.
- Monitored drain flow rates while installing sewage disposal systems in residences.
- Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation, and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
- Documented all work performed for each job site visit.
- Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
- Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
- Used special tools such as augers, snakes, saws, drills, threading machines.
- Repaired leaking pipes and fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, showers, and faucets.
- Prepared project bids and gathered parts, labor and equipment needed for projects.
- Modified piping systems with task-specific tools to complete preventive maintenance.
- Maintained a clean working environment throughout the duration of each job.
- Inspected and tested installed systems to isolate and identify faults.
- Replaced worn out valves in residential plumbing systems.
- Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ella T Grasso Technical High School
Groton , CT06-2021
Skills
- Maintenance and Repair
- Building Code Regulations
- Construction Management
- Heavy equipment operations
- Mechanical experience
- Emergency Repairs
- Firefighter
- Worksite Safety
- Plumbing
- Pipefitting
- Hand and Power Tools
- Welding
- Material Cutting
- Cutting and Threading
Timeline
Pipe Fitter
General Dynamics
11.2021 - Current
Residential Plumber
Gregg Landry plumbing and heating
01.2018 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Ella T Grasso Technical High School